Darkspotted Scorpionfish
Sebastapistes tinkhami
- Group: Scorpionfish
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small, cryptic scorpionfish, rarely seen and barely topping 10 centimetres, that keeps to deeper reefs and seaward slopes around oceanic islands. It sits still and well camouflaged, usually alone, waiting for prey to wander within reach.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Sebastapistes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218113.
FAQ
- How deep does the Darkspotted Scorpionfish live?
- The Darkspotted Scorpionfish (Sebastapistes tinkhami) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Darkspotted Scorpionfish dangerous to divers?
- The Darkspotted Scorpionfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Darkspotted Scorpionfish get?
- The Darkspotted Scorpionfish grows to about 10 cm.